Kotek signs ‘middle housing’ bills in Hillsboro ceremony
HILLSBORO, Ore. (KOIN) — In her bid to get more affordable middle housing built in Oregon, Gov. Tina Kotek on Monday signed several bills into law to do just that. At a ceremony in Hillsboro, the governor signed those bills that make it easier for developers and non-profit organizations to build this type of housing,...
Clark County Fair returns for 2025 with new events and even the Budweiser Clydesdales
The region’s biggest fair returns Friday, Aug. 1, through Sunday, Aug. 10, for families to enjoy agriculture, animals, entertainment, games, rides and food as the annual Clark County Fair opens
Suspect accused of attacking, killing man MAX platform appears in Multnomah County court
The city of Salem has declared a drinking water emergency. Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed five bills on Monday in an effort to address the state’s housing shortage. Burdoin Fire over 50% contained; Highway 14 reopens in Columbia River Gorge. Updated: 5 hours ago. |. Highway 14 has been...
Pearl District residents boo Wilson over homeless shelter
Mayor Keith Wilson and District 4 councilors Eric Zimmerman, Mitch Green and Olivia Clark showed up for a public meeting at The Armory on NW 11th. But it doesn't appear the city leaders were swayed.
‘There is a baby in the car’: Video shows Iranian father arrested by ICE...
BEAVERTON, Ore. (KPTV/Gray News) – An Iranian man in Oregon was arrested by ICE agents while he was in the car with his son outside of a day care earlier this month. Video was released which shows the moments 38-year-old Mahdi Khanbabazadeh was removed and escorted from his car by the agents.
Portland extends paid parking hours in Central Eastside, but more changes on the way
Changes are coming to Portland's parking hours starting Friday, Aug. 1. Here's what to know.
A crude pothole graffiti tactic got Portland’s attention. Please don’t copy it, officials say
Well, that’s one way to get the Portland Bureau of Transportation to come quickly. Guerilla graffiti artists drew phallic images around two protuberant potholes on Northeast 21st Avenue, near Northeast Multnomah Street. Their artwork caught the attention of Portland Reddit users and nearby apartment dwellers had a...
One of Portland’s best-known bands is losing its lead singer, for now
Pink Martini, one of Portland’s favorite bands, will be down a lead singer for the next two years. China Forbes “will step away from touring with the band for a two-year sabbatical,” according to a press release from the group, posted Monday to Instagram. Forbes and bandleader...
The Under-The-Radar Vintage Clothing Store In Oregon With Awesome Deals You’d Never Expect
Tucked away on Southeast 37th Avenue in Portland, Magpie Vintage is the fashion equivalent of finding an original Picasso at a garage sale – unexpected, thrilling, and worth bragging about to everyone you know. The moment you spot the colorful stained-glass transom window above the entrance at 1300 SE...
‘Stranger Things’ star is in a movie that’s filming in Portland
Two stars who have attracted attention and solid reviews for their recent work are appearing in a movie that’s filming in Portland. Maya Hawke, who had a breakout role in “Stranger Things,” and lent her voice to the animated hit, “Inside Out 2,” is co-starring with Lewis Pullman (“Thunderbolts,” “Lessons in...
